Whether you're looking for a sweet and tangy sauce to accompany your Thanksgiving turkey or a festive addition to your holiday brunch, blueberry cranberry sauce is a delicious and versatile dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. Made with fresh blueberries and cranberries, this sauce is packed with flavor and antioxidants, and it's a great way to use up leftover berries. In this article, we'll provide you with a few of our favorite blueberry cranberry sauce recipes, so you can find the perfect one for your next meal.
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BLUEBERRY-CRANBERRY SAUCE
Although frozen berries may be used fresh is always better especially the blueberries, this will yield 8 servings I strongly suggest to double the amounts if you are serving more people, this is a delicious sauce and everyone will want more! --- if you prefer a more intense blueberry taste then increase to 1-1/2 cups
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Sauces
Time 20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Remove all the discolored/white cranberries and discard, then rinse the cranberries and blueberries separately under cold water.
- Place the cranberries into a medium saucepan with the orange juice and sugar; bring to a boil over medium heat stirring.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes or until the cranberries pop.
- Using a potato masher or the back of a large spoon slightly mash the berries just to make certain all the skins are broken.
- Mix in the allspice, nutmeg and cinnamon starting with 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and add in more to taste; mix until completely combined (about 1 minute) adjust the spices if needed.
- Turn off the heat element and mix in the blueberries.
- Using a potato masher or spoon mash only a few berries.
- Remove from heat; cool slightly.
- Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate until thickened (the sauce will thicken as it cools).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.7, Fat 0.2, Sodium 1.4, Carbohydrate 36.8, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 31.6, Protein 0.6
CRANBERRY, TANGERINE & BLUEBERRY SAUCE
This has become a staple at Thanksgiving in our home. The recipe is from one of the top cooking magazines...but I can't remember from which one I clipped it.
Provided by Tham8674
Categories Sauces
Time 35m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Finely grate enough peel from tangerines to measure 2 tablespoons.
- Using small sharp knife, cut all peel and white pith from 1 tangerine.
- Cut between membranes to release segments.
- Set aside.
- Squeeze enough juice from remaining tangerines to measure 1 ½ cups.
- Combine peel, juice, brown sugar, ginger and cloves in heavy large saucepan.
- Bring to boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.
- Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
- Add cranberries and cook until berries pop and juices thicken, stirring often, bout 8 minutes.
- Add blueberries and tangerine segments.
- Stir until blueberries are heated through.
- Cool.
- Cover and refrigerate.
- Serve cold or at room temperature.
- Can be made 4 days ahead.
- Keep refrigerated.
CRANBERRY BLUEBERRY SAUCE
This is an interesting twist on cranberry sauce. So much of the Thanksgiving meal needs to be traditional, but this was one dish I felt I could jazz up without spoiling expectations.
Provided by altheviking
Categories Low Protein
Time 30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Remove peel from orange (save orange).
- Slice orange peel.
- Combine 1cup sugar, 1cup water and orange peel in a saucepan.
- Bring to a boil, then simmer until peel becomes translucent.
- Remove peel from sugar and let cool.
- Dice candied orange peel (this could probably be done before being candied, but I find it easier to fish out the slices).
- Combine cranberries, 1cup sugar and 1cup water in a saucepan.
- Bring to a boil, then simmer until cranberries pop.
- Add blueberries (reserving a few for garnish) and about 2 Tbsp (or to taste) diced candied orange peel.
- Continue simmering until blueberries pop.
- Pour into serving dish and let gel.
- Thinly slice orange.
- Garnish sauce with orange slices and remaining blueberries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.2, Fat 0.1, Sodium 3.4, Carbohydrate 60.5, Fiber 3, Sugar 55.4, Protein 0.5
Tips:
- Use fresh or frozen blueberries and cranberries for the best flavor.
- If using frozen berries, thaw them before cooking.
- Add a little bit of orange zest or lemon zest for a brighter flavor.
- Use pure maple syrup or honey instead of sugar for a healthier option.
- Serve the sauce warm or cold, depending on your preference.
Conclusion:
Blueberry cranberry sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed with a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a sweet and tangy sauce to serve with your Thanksgiving turkey or a refreshing and flavorful topping for your morning pancakes, blueberry cranberry sauce is a great choice. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make sauce, give this recipe a try.
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